Showing posts with label earrings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label earrings. Show all posts

CAST Shop of the Week: SeedlingDesigns

Take a look at the CAST Shop of the Week, SeedlingDesigns. Jane's shop is stocked with intricately designed beadwork creations in necklaces, bracelets, earrings and sets. She also has a sale section with gorgeous items in case you are already on the look out for very special stocking stuffers to set aside for Christmas.  Enjoy browsing. 

This Green Handmade Beaded Necklace is Both Delicate and Daring. Live Life to its Fullest.



Please note that the only way to be featured as the CAST Shop of the Week is to tag your shop items "castteam" on Etsy and to not hide your teams in your Etsy profile. You will also have to have at least 12 items to feature. Those are the ways that I find great CAST shops to feature each week. 

CAST Members: If you have a minute or two, please feel free to favorite ♥ this shop or promote it on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, or other social media.  Thanks!

by Sue of SueRunyonDesigns
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CAST Shop of the Week: WearitoutJewelz

Take a look at the CAST Shop of the Week, WearitoutJewelz.  Lorelei has beautiful handmade jewelry and a very impressive selection which is currently on sale.  Now is the time to purchase Christmas gifts at a great price.  She has a shop full of rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, hair accessories and more.  Enjoy browsing this shop.


Amethyst Opal Jewel Statement Ring. Adjustable Ring Size 5-9. Cocktail Ring. Crown edge. Purple. Gold



Please note that the only way to be featured as the CAST Shop of the Week is to tag your shop items "castteam" on Etsy and to not hide your teams in your Etsy profile. You will also have to have at least 12 items to feature. Those are the ways that I find great CAST shops to feature each week. 

CAST Members: If you have a minute or two, please feel free to favorite ♥ this shop or promote it on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, or other social media.  Thanks!

by Sue of SueRunyonDesigns
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CAST Shop of the Week: mildbunch
I'd like to introduce to you a mother and daughter team with a shop called mildbunch. They have so many fun, swirly designs in their jewelry shop.  They are relatively new to Etsy and the CAST Team so give them a nice welcome and enjoy browsing their shop.

Silver Plated and Peridot Green Faceted Teardrop Briolette Wire Wrapped Earrings with Marquise Ear Wires - Olive Emerald Green Dangles



Please note that the only way to be featured as the CAST Shop of the Week is to tag your shop items "castteam" on Etsy and to not hide your teams in your Etsy profile. You will also have to have at least 12 items to feature. Those are the ways that I find great CAST shops to feature each week. 

CAST Members: If you have a minute or two, please feel free to favorite ♥ this shop or promote it on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, or other social media.  Thanks!

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CAST Shop of the Week: holmescraft
Introducing one of my all time favorite CAST Team shops.  Holmescraft makes the most incredible wire wrapped rings on Etsy.  Grab a hot beverage and relax while you browse through this shop. You will be utterly amazed.

14K Gold Filled Wire Wrapped Beehive Ring





Please note that the only way to be featured as the CAST Shop of the Week is to tag your shop items "castteam" on Etsy and to not hide your teams in your Etsy profile. You will also have to have at least 12 items to feature. Those are the ways that I find great CAST shops to feature each week. 

Team members, feel free to show this shop some CAST Team love by adding it to your favorites, using items in treasuries and promoting it on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, etc.  Thanks! 
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Featured Artist - Darla Noble of DSquaredCrafts
by Melanie Arntsen of SqueakyBug Specialties

Introducing Darla Noble of DSquaredCrafts!
Introduction: I am a young housewife who loves crafting. Almost all the presents I give are hand made, whether it is sewing, crocheting, making jewelry, folding origami or a multitude of other things, I love crafting.
How did you get your start on Etsy: I was introduced to Etsy through a friend who uses it and I was initially an Etsy customer.
How did you choose your shop name: My shop name is a combination of my name, my love of math and science and my love of crafting.
What does a typical day look like for you: My typical day begins with making a nutritional breakfast and getting my child ready for and to school (this includes a Bible and prayer time). Then I do housework, spend time with God and if I am lucky, I have some time for crafting. Next I pick up my child and make dinner and spend time with my family.
If you could be anywhere in the world for one day, where would it be: If I could go anywhere for a day it would be to Japan. I have been there several times and I have a heart for the people. It is a country that has little knowledge of God. Less than one percent of the country is any Christian denomination. Japan is also where I found my interest in origami.
What is your favorite Bible verse: My favorite verse is Ephesians 2:8-9, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." ESV  This verse reminds me that I am not saved by my own doing and gives me comfort and security.
What is your favorite Etsy item listing: My favorite Etsy listing to feature is my Origami Angel ornament.
Where else can we find you on the web: You can also find me at www.facebook.com/pages/My-Etsy-Shop-DSquaredCafts/154415647937296

...and the winner is... The winner of the giveaway from our last Featured Artist, Hannah from bananaorangeapple is... Unexpected Treasure CONGRATULATIONS! I have sent you both a convo to let you know.

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CAST Shop of the Week: IngridsCreations
Whether you are looking for the perfect accessory to wear on Thanksgiving Day, to Christmas parties or for your bridal party next spring, you may find just what you are looking for at IngridsCreations.

Autumn Acorn Necklace With Forest Green Swarovski Pearl And Antiqued Silver Necklace



Please note that the only way to be featured as the CAST Shop of the Week is to tag your shop items "castteam" on Etsy and to not hide your teams in your Etsy profile. You will also have to have at least 12 items to feature. Those are the ways that I find great CAST shops to feature each week. 
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Featured Artist: Trish from Jewels by Trish

by Colleen Conrad from Conrad Designs

Introducing Tricia Bertrand from Jewels by Trish . . . her friends call her Trish.



Introduction.  I am married with two beautiful children. My daughter is 13 & my son is 5. I teach 1st grade at a private school where both my children attend. I love teaching. 1st graders are amazing!! I also love being able to be home on all the holidays & all summer with my babies! It’s the best! Some of my hobbies are reading, riding horses, occasionally scrapbooking, & of course collecting beads & gems & turning them into beautiful creations!

How did you get your start on Etsy? I got started on Etsy on the advice of some friends. I was so scared at first, but so glad I took the plunge. The community at Etsy is just amazing!! I have met so many nice people & belong to two amazing teams there!!

What does a typical day look like for you? I try to do something productive for my studio on Monday through Friday. I try to reserve weekends for the family, but sometimes the beads call my name even then. LOL

During the week, I get up around 8am. Check my Team forum threads to see what is happening for the day. I also check my Facebook page & email. If I have pieces to photograph, I try to do that in the morning. The earlier the better for pictures before the sun gets too high & casts shadows. If my muse is with me, I will begin working on a piece from start to finish. On days that my muse is with me, I may create several pieces. If my muse has decided to hide that day, then I work on picture editing & listing. I also use those days to read articles that will benefit my business. I am always looking to improve my photography skills, tags, current trends, etc.

My weekdays are not perfect as my five year old can be pretty demanding. Time out is taken to play, go swimming, review skills for his upcoming year in Kindergarten, etc. I am also the taxi for my 13 year old. Of course, household chores are rotated in as well.


If you could be anywhere in the world for one day, where would it be? Jamaica!!! We went there for our honeymoon & it was an amazing place! The culture, the food, the beaches, the sounds of nature, the mountains...just stunning!!

What is your favorite Bible verse? Romans 12:2~~"Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect."


What is your favorite Etsy item listing to feature? Pink pearl necklace w/ sterling silver starfish pendant http://www.etsy.com/listing/37707090/pink-pearl-necklace-with-sterling-silver

URLs to where else we can find you on the internet:
Etsy Studio http://www.jewelsbytrish.etsy.com
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/jewelsbytrish
My blog: http://www.jewelsbytrish.blogspot.com

Please take a moment and visit Trish’s shop and give her some love!

And the winner of Julie's giveaway by way of random.org is... Roxanne!
Congratulations! Look for the convo I'm sending you both.

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Christmas is Coming !
OK, I know it's a little early . . . .

Or is it?

Now is actually a great time to do your Christmas shopping on Etsy. Soon sellers will be getting busy with orders and the post office will be swamped. International shipping can take a little extra time and those deadlines come upon us sooner than we expect them. We all know it's easier on the pocketbook to spread the cost out over a few months instead of waiting until after Thanksgiving. And it's definitely easier on the schedule not to wait. If you want something custom, now is the perfect time to ask.

Here are some perfect Christmas ideas from CAST Team Members all made by a few members of the CAST Blog Team (Thanks ladies for all your hard work for the Team!).

Some of the people on my list will be getting these in custom colors and sizes:



Order Christmas cards early--Etsy sellers tend to keep small inventories.  If you need 50 of one print you should order now! You might even be able to work out a volume discount if you order early. And if you want a photo card with your family picture you should really get going on it now (yep, we have CAST sellers who do that).

 
 
There are some extremely unique choices from our CAST Team for that extra special someone on your list:

 
Or maybe a Gift Certificate instead:
And perfect Teacher Gifts:


Something pretty, yet affordable, to spoil a good friend:


 
There are so many excellent Stocking Stuffers:





An INVITATION:  
 
Are you planning on buying gifts from fellow CAST Team shops on Etsy this year? If you are, I invite you to convo links of 3-5 items you'll be purchasing plus a little commentary on the items. I'll turn it into a post featuring you as the GUEST BLOGGER!  You'll get to help feature some great items by Team Members and in return you'll get links to your shop and your own Etsy Mini posted on the CAST Blog!

Thanks,
 
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Featured Artist - Alesha Conklin of aleshakay
by Joy Maloney of JoyfulHandKnits

Introducing: Alesha Conklin
(aka aleshakay AND a GIVEAWAY!)


Please take a moment to visit Alesha's shop and give her some love!

Alesha is hosting a GIVEAWAY!


Wire wrapped 8mm violet Swarovski crystals, along with glass and copper beads dangle from hand forged copper ear wires.

To be entered to win this lovely pair of earrings, please visit her shop and then come back and comment on this blog posting, with your favorite item from her shop. The winner will be announced in next Wednesday's CAST Team blog posting.


Introduction

I guess I am many things to different people, but most importantly, I am a daughter of the King! I was raised in a Christian home by two wonderful parents, and I came to know the Lord Jesus Christ as my Saviour at the age of 5. I have been married to Doug for almost 22 years, and we are the (adoptive) parents to a great little boy named Isaac, who has multiple special needs. So, these days, my main title is that of stay-at-home mommy to my son. In my spare moments I love to sing, keep up with my friends and family on Facebook, and make jewelry.

How did you get your start on Etsy?

I had put together a few pieces of jewelry for myself and my mom, simply because we couldn’t find what we were looking for in the stores. A few friends saw the pieces, and suggested I put some on Etsy. I did lots of research, poured over tons of Etsy sites, deliberated for days about a name, and finally opened Alesha Kay’s Shop on Etsy.

What does a typical day look like for you?

My day technically starts at midnight. I usually stay up quite late to keep an eye on my son who tends to be a “night owl”. I head to bed shortly before my hubby gets up to head to work. Then I sleep in, usually until around 9 a.m. My first goal each morning is to get a cup of coffee (a subject about which I am very passionate!), then I check my site, convos and emails from my shop to see if I need to follow up on anything right away. I have my Bible study, and then check in on Facebook and my personal email accounts. I also try to blog at least once a week.

The majority of my day is spent caring for my son. I take care of all of his daily physical needs, from brushing his teeth to changing his clothes, trying to keep up with his laundry and bedding. I keep him occupied with videos, toys, music and personal interaction. We have a good time together, and enjoy seeing Daddy when he comes home during the day to check on us. My usual activities would also include feeding and administering meds to Isaac, too; but as I have been having back problems this past year, my husband has taken over those responsibilities for now.

I do not make jewelry on a regular basis through the week, although I do sometimes take photos on weekdays. Most Saturdays, though, you can find me hard at work all day, while my husband is here to care for Isaac. I work on one project after another from the time I get up until it is time to go to bed. It makes for a grueling Saturday, but I am usually so pleased at the end of the day when I look over all that I accomplished.

If you could be anywhere in the world for one day, where would it be?

I’d love to be on a deserted island (resort, of course!), with all my family.

What is your favorite Bible verse?

My favorite verses vary…I can never pick just one. It’s usually a verse that the Lord is using to deal with me about an area of my life. Right now, I am meditating on Isaiah 33:5-6:

“The Lord is exalted; for he dwelleth on high: he hath filled Zion with judgment and righteousness. And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times, and strength of salvation: the fear of the Lord is his treasure.”


What is your favorite Etsy item listing to feature?


These earrings were something new I tried, and I really love them! I think they are so cool. I mean, how incredible is a 12 mm Swarovski crystal?!!

URLs to where else we can find you on the internet (Facebook fan page, Twitter, your own dot.com, your blog, etc)

Here is my Facebook site: http://www.facebook.com/aleshakaysshop

My personal blog: http://obtainingmercy.typepad.com

My devotional blog: http://obtainingmercy.typepad.com/adoorofhope/

Thank you so much for this opportunity. I am really grateful for this chance to greet the other CAST members. I look forward to getting to know more of you through the blog. J



And the winner of the Apronsbyjeek Giveaway is (............drum roll please............): Emily Cavazos!! Congratulations Emily! Please coordinate with Apronsbyjeek to collect your prize.
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